But she rang home in tears when she was turned away from the school gates.

Shop assistant Darren, 39, said: “I think she looks great. Part of me agrees it is over the top but kids are going to get it done whatever, aren’t they? I agree with a no make-up rule but hair is different.”

Darren, of Scarborough, North Yorks, even suggested the George Pindar School was racist as Chenise has a black pal allowed in with a similar look.

The school said it was unable to look into the matter during half term

The school was unable to comment as it is now half term. But a policy document on the school's website states: “Please note we do not allow extreme, unnatural hairstyles or colouring. Any hair accessories should be of a practical nature and should not be decorative.

“If you are in doubt please contact your child's tutor at the school. Hair should be no shorter than a Grade 3 cut."

The policy continued: "Please be aware that what is and is not acceptable will be decided by the school in line with this policy and the school's decision is final.

“Please note that in sending your child to George Pindar School that you are agreeing to ensure your child abides by this policy.

“If you have any queries or questions regarding any aspect of uniform, jewellery, hairstyle, please could you contact the school.”

A spokesman for George Pindar School said: “It is the first time I have heard about the matter and obviously, with it being half-term, there is no way I can get the full background details about the matter.”

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